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Shannon M. Polley
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Biography
Criminal defense attorney Shannon Polley has devoted her entire legal career to getting her clients’ criminal charges significantly reduced or dismissed. She nearly always secures a favorable resolution through aggressive negotiations alone. However, Shannon is also an experienced courtroom litigator and is prepared to fight for a not guilty verdict at trial when necessary.
Shannon earned her B.A. from Washington State University and her J.D. from the University of Colorado Law School, Boulder.
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Licensed in Washington for 1 year
State: Washington
Acquired: 2024
No misconduct found
Licensed in Colorado for 6 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 2019
No misconduct found
Location
Puget Law Group
938 Broadway, Tacoma, WA, 98402
Puget Law Group - Seattle
901 Fifth Ave Suite 3200, Seattle, WA, 98164
Puget Law Group - Olympia
921 Lakeridge Way SW, Suite 104, Olympia, WA, 98502
Puget Law Group - Port Orchard
817 Sidney Ave, Suite 1, Port Orchard, WA, 98366
Puget Law Group - Kent
6703 S 234th St, Suite 130, Kent, WA, 98032
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Posted by anonymous | February 24, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Would Highly Recommend
Shannon handled my case well and negotiated a deal that prevented me and my family from having to go through the painful legal process any longer. She was responsive, helpful, extremely knowledgeable, and professional.
Posted by anonymous | December 08, 2025 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
10/10!
I worked with Shannon Polley and her team at Puget Law Group on a DUI case in Seattle. From the start, Shannon focused on the facts: the state had no valid physical evidence to support the charge. The blood draw was unusable and no roadside breath test existed. She made sure that gap in the record wa...
Shannon M. Polley's Lawyer Endorsements
"I met Shannon ten years ago when we were both law students interning from different schools for Alaska’s Office of Public Advocacy. She impressed me then, and her career and legal skill have only soared since. Now, we often cross paths in Washington courtrooms. Shannon is a strong advocate, working tirelessly for her clients in some of the most difficult cases. Beyond her talent and dedication, she is also exceptionally kind and professional. I wholeheartedly endorse Shannon Polley."
"I hear great things about Shannon. Glad she's in our Colorado office."
"Word is that Shannon is an indispensable asset to our Denver office and clients."
"I hire only the best, like Shannon."
"Colorado Legal Defense Group is very fortunate that an attorney of Shannon's caliber has joined our ranks."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Shannon brings a wealth of invaluable experience to Colorado Legal Defense Group."
"Shannon can get great plea deals without the time or expense of litigation."
"Competent and compassionate, Shannon is a first-rate attorney."
"Shannon is a welcome addition to our Denver office. Our clients are lucky to have her."
"Shannon has dedicated her entire career to criminal defense. Excellent lawyer."
"Happy to know Shannon is in our Denver office. She gives her all to her clients."
"Shannon is an incredible attorney with invaluable professional experience."
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Experience
Honors
N/A
Colorado Law Community Scholarship, University of Colorado Law School
N/A
Gilbert Goldstein Scholarship, University of Colorado Law School
Work Experience
2024 - Present
Attorney, Puget Law Group
2023 - 2024
Attorney, Colorado Legal Defense Group
2019 - 2023
Attorney, the Office of the Colorado State Public Defender
Education
2018
University of Colorado Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2011
Washington State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English